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Money in a Minute for the Week Ending Aug. 14, 2026
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 14, 2026
Here’s a quick roundup of the news that moved your money this week, from Money Talks News founder Stacy Johnson.
Your Car Insurance Now Runs on AI. Whether It Works in Your Favor Is Another Matter
Kendall Blythe on August 14, 2026
Can the human factor be replaced in complex pricing and claim situations?
Increase Your Home’s Value With These 10 Affordable Front Yard Updates
Jeff Herman on August 14, 2026
Elevate your front yard from neglected to neighborhood envy with these DIY landscaping tips.
13 of the Best Places to Retire in Nevada
Jim Gold on October 13, 2026
Here’s where you can find a pace of life that suits you, from bustling bigger cities to smaller towns tucked into natural beauty.
Drug Prices Just Had Their Biggest Drop Since 1963 — but Your Medical Bills Keep Climbing
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 14, 2026
Prescription costs just cratered at a pace unseen in 60 years. So why won’t your total medical bill drop?
Wall Street Now Pays $100,000 to Read Trump’s Posts Before You Do — 6 Things to Know
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 14, 2026
The president’s company is selling a head start on his posts. Here’s why your money’s on the losing end.
Your Car Could Use a Wash: Here Are 6 Tips to Do It Just Right
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on August 14, 2026
A $50,000 car deserves more than a quick hose-down: Consumer Reports warns that the wrong soap or towel can damage its finish.
Amazon’s Jeff Bezos Has Been Obsessed With You for 30 Years. Should You Be Worried?
Kendall Blythe on August 14, 2026
He confessed to this in 1997. In 2026, he is still fixated.
7 Ways AI Can Cut Hundreds Off Your Next Trip
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 14, 2026
Your neighbors are using AI to slash travel costs. Miss these tricks and you’re overpaying for every trip.
‘It’s the Economy, Stupid’ May Solve Social Security Woes, Experts Say
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on August 14, 2026
The trust fund could run dry by 2032, with a projected 22% benefit reduction unless lawmakers shore up the program’s finances.
See How the Texas Floods Unfolded and Why Camp Mystic Was in a Hazardous Location
Stephen J. Beard, Ignacio Calderon, Ramon Padilla, George Petras, Shawn J. Sullivan and USA TODAY on August 13, 2026
A deadly Texas flood exposed gaps in warning systems and showed how terrain, rainfall and development can turn rising water into a catastrophe
Inside the Summer Camp That Functions like a Pediatric Hospital
Rachel Hale and USA TODAY on August 13, 2026
Families attend a medically equipped camp free of charge, while its staff handles 1,200 daily medications and complex treatments for children with serious illnesses
Here’s How Much Health Care Could Cost If You Retired Today (Brace for 6 Figures)
MTN Staff on August 13, 2026
Health care costs for retirees are on the rise again.
Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins Return After Lawsuit
Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY on August 13, 2026
A Florida judge dismissed shoppers’ claims in 2025, while Hershey says the seasonal candy will return alongside more than 20 Halloween products.
Why Apple Customers Will Have to Wait Over a Year for $250M Settlement
Greta Cross, Melina Khan and USA TODAY on August 13, 2026
A final hearing is scheduled for September 2027, and eligible buyers may receive $25 to $95 per qualifying iPhone if approved
Why Today’s Job Search Feels So Exhausting — and What to Do About It
Zulekha Nathoo and USA TODAY on August 13, 2026
Months of unanswered applications can damage confidence, but experts suggest setting boundaries and focusing on connections, health and skills
Over 1 Million Ladders Have Been Recalled. See Affected Products
Saleen Martin and USA TODAY on August 13, 2026
The recalled attic ladders sold nationwide for up to $600, and owners have a simple way to check models and request a free repair kit
The New Rules of Laughing at Work and Safely Joking With Your Boss
Vicki Salemi on August 13, 2026
A chuckle isn’t always what it seems in the workplace, where laughter has become a careful balancing act.
Discover the Greek Paradise Where a Couple Can Retire on $2,000 a Month
Sophia Titley on August 13, 2026
This Greek paradise offers authentic Mediterranean living for less than you might expect.
The Hidden Car Damage That Often Shows Up Weeks After a Road Trip
Emily Mercer, Special to USA TODAY on August 13, 2026
A post-trip check can catch brake, tire and battery problems before a small issue becomes a repair costing thousands of dollars.
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